A High-Efficiency Mg-1Bi-0.5Nd Anode Magnesium Alloy for Discharge Applications

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Abstract

A novel homogeneous Mg-1Bi-0.5x(x = Gd, Y, Nd, Ce, La) alloy was fabricated in this study, and its electrochemical properties as well as discharge characteristics as an anode material for magnesium-air batteries were systematically investigated through electrochemical tests and battery discharge experiments. The results demonstrate that the addition of Nd promotes the formation of a refined grain structure and semi-continuous network-distributed NdBi secondary phase, which significantly enhances discharge performance. Microstructural analysis reveals that the discharge products of Mg-1Bi-0.5Nd exhibit a loose, porous morphology. This structure facilitates product exfoliation via crack propagation, thereby improving electrolyte accessibility and enhancing the anode’s discharge stability and efficiency. At a current density of 20 mA·cm⁻², the alloy achieves a specific capacity of 1492.54 mAh·g⁻¹ and an anodic efficiency of 68.5%, representing a 114.1% improvement over AZ31. These results highlight its superior discharge performance.

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